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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
31
Overall
33

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix AV205
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Launched August 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic TS2
  • Replacement is Panasonic TS4
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was announced 7 months earlier than the TS3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the AV200 grades versus the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Panasonic TS3

 AV200 TS3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the FujiFilm AV200

 TS3 AV200 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2011More recent by 7 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic TS3

 AV200 TS3 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV200 has outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the AV200 against the TS3.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and TS3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and TS3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm AV200 to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older AV200 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Portrait photography information
Panasonic TS3 Portrait photography information
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
21
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm AV200
Street photography with Panasonic TS3
47
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography features
Panasonic TS3 Sports photography features
29
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
37
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking autofocus
weather sealing
good battery power (310 per charge)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
max frames per second very slow (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV200
Travel photography with Panasonic TS3
56
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
not so great battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
63
good battery power (310 shots)
weather sealing
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AV200
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS3
27
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
38
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
good battery power (310 shots)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging info
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not good (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
31
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have external microphone jack
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic TS3
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Also called as FinePix AV205 Lumix DMC-FT3
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2011-01-05 2011-08-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) 197 gr (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 images 310 images
Battery format AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $0 $380